"David crafted a once-in-a-lifetime safari for us. Every detail, from the lodges to the guides, was flawless."
Emma & James Wilson
From Australia · Travelled to Kenya
September 2024
Time to Travel: Spring (April-May) & Autumn (September-October)
Serbia Small Group Tours & Tailor-made Itineraries 2026, 2027 & 2028
Serbia lies at the crossroads of Central and Southeast Europe, where Roman, Ottoman, and Austro-Hungarian influences meet. Travel to Serbia and explore medieval monasteries, fortress towns, and lively river cities. See the fortress of Belgrade, trace Roman ruins in Nis, and travel through mountain landscapes in Tara and Zlatibor.
Serbia
Why Travel to Serbia?
Belgrade, Danube & Sava
Belgrade, one of Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited cities, lies at the confluence of the Danube and Sava Rivers. Its landmarks include Kalemegdan Fortress, Saint Sava Temple, and the pedestrian Knez Mihailova Street. The riverfront area of Beton Hala houses cafes and galleries in converted warehouses.
Novi Sad & Petrovaradin Fortress
Novi Sad, Serbia’s second-largest city, hosts the annual EXIT music festival inside Petrovaradin Fortress, an 18th-century Habsburg structure overlooking the Danube. The nearby Fruska Gora National Park contains 16 Orthodox monasteries built between the 15th and 18th centuries.
Mountains of Tara & Zlatibor
Tara National Park protects dense forests and the Drina River canyon, with hiking trails to Banjska Stena viewpoint and Perucac Lake. Zlatibor has beautiful walking paths, open-air museums such as Sirogojno, and scenic train routes on the historic Sargan Eight railway.
Serbia Tourism Quick Facts
- Capital
Belgrade
- People
Serbs alongside Hungarian, Bosniak, and Roma minorities
- Religions
Eastern Orthodox Christianity, Islam, Roman Catholicism
- Languages
Serbian, English
- Currency
Serbian dinar (RSD)
- Phone Code
+381
- Time Zone
UTC+1, UTC+2
- Power Plug
Types C & F
- Peak Season
April–May & September–October (best overall), June–August (festivals & nightlife), December–February (skiing & winter activities)
- Dishes
Cevapi (grilled minced meat), sarma (cabbage rolls), ajvar (roasted pepper spread), prebranac (baked beans), and gibanica (cheese pastry)
- Neighbours
Hungary to the north, Romania and Bulgaria to the east, North Macedonia and Kosovo to the south, and Croatia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, and Montenegro to the west
- E-sim
Get a Serbia e-sim from Airalo or Holafly, or locally from Telekom Srbija, A1, or Yettel outlets in major cities.
- Visa
Serbia tourist visa information is available on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Contact us for visa assistance.
Serbia Tour Packages
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What makes us different from the rest
Compare how Forward Travel stacks up against traditional travel agents and large tour operators.
| Feature | Forward Travel | Travel Agents | Tour Operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personalised itineraries built around your interests | |||
| Direct access to a dedicated travel expert (David) | |||
| Handpicked local guides in every destination | |||
| Flexible dates, pace, and on-trip adjustments | |||
| Transparent, ethical pricing with no hidden margins | |||
| 24/7 in-destination support | |||
| Exclusive small-group experiences (max 15) | |||
| Responsible travel & community give-back |
Serbia Travel Guide
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Traveller Testimonials
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"Our Patagonia trek exceeded every expectation. Forward Travel's local connections opened doors we never imagined."
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From Singapore · Travelled to Argentina
March 2024
"The cultural immersion in Japan was extraordinary. We felt like welcomed guests, not tourists."
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From United Kingdom · Travelled to Japan
April 2024
"From the Galápagos to Machu Picchu, every moment was thoughtfully curated. Truly bespoke luxury travel."
Sophie Laurent
From France · Travelled to Peru & Ecuador
November 2023
"Our family Antarctic expedition was the trip of a lifetime. David's expertise made all the difference."
The Patel Family
From Canada · Travelled to Antarctica
January 2024
"Morocco came alive through Forward Travel's guides. Every souk, riad, and dune was magical."
Olivia Bennett
From United States · Travelled to Morocco
October 2024
"The Bhutan itinerary was spiritual and breathtaking. We returned transformed and grateful."
Hiroshi Tanaka
From Japan · Travelled to Bhutan
May 2024
"An Iceland adventure beyond compare — glaciers, waterfalls, and northern lights, all seamlessly arranged."
Lukas Müller
From Germany · Travelled to Iceland
February 2024
"David crafted a once-in-a-lifetime safari for us. Every detail, from the lodges to the guides, was flawless."
Emma & James Wilson
From Australia · Travelled to Kenya
September 2024
"Our Patagonia trek exceeded every expectation. Forward Travel's local connections opened doors we never imagined."
Marcus Chen
From Singapore · Travelled to Argentina
March 2024
"The cultural immersion in Japan was extraordinary. We felt like welcomed guests, not tourists."
Priya Sharma
From United Kingdom · Travelled to Japan
April 2024
"From the Galápagos to Machu Picchu, every moment was thoughtfully curated. Truly bespoke luxury travel."
Sophie Laurent
From France · Travelled to Peru & Ecuador
November 2023
"Our family Antarctic expedition was the trip of a lifetime. David's expertise made all the difference."
The Patel Family
From Canada · Travelled to Antarctica
January 2024
"Morocco came alive through Forward Travel's guides. Every souk, riad, and dune was magical."
Olivia Bennett
From United States · Travelled to Morocco
October 2024
"The Bhutan itinerary was spiritual and breathtaking. We returned transformed and grateful."
Hiroshi Tanaka
From Japan · Travelled to Bhutan
May 2024
"An Iceland adventure beyond compare — glaciers, waterfalls, and northern lights, all seamlessly arranged."
Lukas Müller
From Germany · Travelled to Iceland
February 2024
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